Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours vs Rainbow Helicopters
Helicopter · Big Island · Updated 2026
Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours wins with a higher composite score (5/5 vs 4.6/5), based on aggregated TripAdvisor and Google reviews.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours Winner | Rainbow Helicopters | |
|---|---|---|
| Composite Score | 5/5 | 4.6/5 |
| TripAdvisor | 5★★★★★ | 4.7★★★★★ |
| 4.9★★★★★ (1,692 reviews) | 4.5★★★★★ (31 reviews) | |
| Starting Price | $229 | $305 |
| Price Range | $229–$639 | $305–$1180 |
| Islands | Big Island, Oahu, Kauai | Oahu, Big Island |
| Book | → Book Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours | → Book Rainbow Helicopters |
What Reviewers Say
Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours
Jake was our pilot and did a fantastic job. He made us feel safe and gave us a grand tour of Kauai and it’s amazing waterfalls and the Nepali coast.
Expérience incroyable, paysages spectaculaires tout au long du vol. Sensations décuplées avec un vol door-off! Le vol initial avait été reporté la veille, à cause du vent et nous r…
This by far was one of the best activity we did on the Island. Our pilot was very knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable. Safety was their main priority and we felt safe. First…
Everyone we interacted with was amazing. Easy instructions, clear idea of what to expect. Handling of weather was done well during the Kona low and rain, and they told us the sched…
Rainbow Helicopters
Bucket list experience for sure. you get to see all of Oahu's mountains and beaches. Our pilot Connor talked to us about geography and a bit of history as well which was fun.
We did the doorless helicopter ride. It was amazing. I would highly recommend it. The views were spectacular. The pilot also had a lot of great information about the island.
Avoid Rainbow Helicopters if you’re cruising on NCL Pride of America This particular cruiseship often misses the Kona port (which happens due to rough seas) - do not book your excu…
The most exciting experience I’ve
Choose Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours If...
- ✓You want the higher-rated option (5/5 vs 4.6/5)
- ✓Starting price of $229 fits your budget
- ✓You're visiting Big Island or Oahu
Choose Rainbow Helicopters If...
- ✓Starting price of $305 fits your budget
- ✓You're visiting Oahu or Big Island
Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours
Top PickFrom $229 · Big Island, Oahu, Kauai
5/5 composite
Read Full Review Book Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours →Rainbow Helicopters
From $305 · Oahu, Big Island
4.6/5 composite
Read Full Review Book Rainbow Helicopters →